2002 BMW 760 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 2002 BMW 760 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 5,972 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 BMW 760 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 760 (438 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1987 Ford Sierra. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 760 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 760 weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW 760 (600 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Sierra. (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 760 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 760 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 760 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 438 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 45 L |
